Yoga’s Not a Fad―It’s a Proven Way to Conquer Stress and More

There’s no question that yoga is popular. The number of people practicing yoga in America went from around 20.4 million in 2012 to more than 36 million in 2016. But many people contend that yoga is just a trendy fad that will soon be outgrown. Maybe that’s just their excuse for not trying it, but the facts don’t support the claim that yoga will soon be on its way out. Consider this: yoga isn’t a recent invention. It has been in practice for thousands of years and spread across the globe. Over time, it has been modified, but its attraction continues to grow rather than lessen. For devoted practitioners, it can integrate all aspects of life―mind, body, spirit, and environment. For others, it serves more personal goals such as improving stress levels and reducing pain and anxiety. To achieve such goals, learn to execute the poses correctly and how the mechanics of each one affect your body. Read more…